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What is the other term used for the Planetary winds?
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The other term used for Planetary Winds is “Prevailing Winds.” These are permanent winds that blow regularly in fixed directions within certain latitudinal zones and correspond to the major pressure belts of the Earth. The main Planetary or Prevailing Winds include the Trade Winds, Westerlies, and Polar Easterlies.
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Chapter 13: Atmospheric Pressure and Winds - SOLVE AND SCORE [Page 142]
